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Astrophysics and Fundamental Forces

Description: This quiz covers fundamental concepts in astrophysics and the forces that shape the universe.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which of the following is not a fundamental force in nature?

  1. Gravitational Force

  2. Electromagnetic Force

  3. Weak Nuclear Force

  4. Strong Nuclear Force

  5. Frictional Force


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Frictional force is not a fundamental force but rather an emergent force arising from interactions between particles.

The theory of general relativity primarily deals with:

  1. Quantum Mechanics

  2. Electromagnetism

  3. Gravitational Interactions

  4. Nuclear Reactions

  5. Thermodynamics


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

General relativity is a theory of gravitation that describes the universe at its largest scales.

The Higgs boson is associated with which fundamental force?

  1. Electromagnetic Force

  2. Gravitational Force

  3. Weak Nuclear Force

  4. Strong Nuclear Force

  5. None of the Above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Higgs boson is associated with the weak nuclear force and is responsible for giving mass to elementary particles.

Which of the following is not a type of electromagnetic radiation?

  1. Gamma Rays

  2. X-Rays

  3. Ultraviolet Rays

  4. Infrared Rays

  5. Sound Waves


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Sound waves are mechanical waves and not a type of electromagnetic radiation.

The expansion of the universe is primarily attributed to:

  1. Gravitational Attraction

  2. Dark Matter

  3. Dark Energy

  4. Electromagnetic Repulsion

  5. Quantum Fluctuations


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Dark energy is believed to be the dominant force driving the accelerated expansion of the universe.

The bending of light around massive objects is a consequence of:

  1. Gravitational Lensing

  2. Electromagnetic Interference

  3. Quantum Entanglement

  4. Weak Nuclear Interactions

  5. Strong Nuclear Interactions


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gravitational lensing is the bending of light due to the gravitational field of massive objects.

Which of the following is not a type of subatomic particle:

  1. Electron

  2. Proton

  3. Neutron

  4. Quark

  5. Photon


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Photon is a fundamental particle of light and not a subatomic particle.

The study of the properties and behavior of black holes falls under the branch of physics known as:

  1. Quantum Mechanics

  2. Astrophysics

  3. Cosmology

  4. Particle Physics

  5. Nuclear Physics


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Astrophysics is the branch of physics that deals with the study of celestial objects and phenomena.

The force responsible for holding atomic nuclei together is:

  1. Gravitational Force

  2. Electromagnetic Force

  3. Weak Nuclear Force

  4. Strong Nuclear Force

  5. Frictional Force


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The strong nuclear force is responsible for binding protons and neutrons together in atomic nuclei.

The phenomenon of quantum entanglement involves:

  1. Linked Particles

  2. Gravitational Interactions

  3. Electromagnetic Waves

  4. Nuclear Reactions

  5. Thermodynamic Processes


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Quantum entanglement involves the linking of particles such that the state of one particle cannot be described independently of the other.

The cosmic microwave background radiation is a remnant of:

  1. Big Bang

  2. Supernovae

  3. Black Hole Formation

  4. Neutron Star Collisions

  5. Solar Flares


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The cosmic microwave background radiation is the leftover radiation from the Big Bang, the event that is believed to have created the universe.

Which of the following is not a type of galaxy:

  1. Spiral Galaxy

  2. Elliptical Galaxy

  3. Lenticular Galaxy

  4. Irregular Galaxy

  5. Planetary Nebula


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Planetary nebula is a type of nebula, not a type of galaxy.

The study of the origin and evolution of the universe is known as:

  1. Cosmology

  2. Astrophysics

  3. Quantum Mechanics

  4. Particle Physics

  5. Nuclear Physics


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cosmology is the branch of physics that deals with the study of the origin and evolution of the universe.

The theory of quantum mechanics primarily deals with:

  1. Gravitational Interactions

  2. Electromagnetic Phenomena

  3. Subatomic Particle Behavior

  4. Thermodynamic Processes

  5. Nuclear Reactions


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Quantum mechanics is a theory that describes the behavior of subatomic particles and their interactions.

The force responsible for the attraction between charged particles is:

  1. Gravitational Force

  2. Electromagnetic Force

  3. Weak Nuclear Force

  4. Strong Nuclear Force

  5. Frictional Force


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The electromagnetic force is responsible for the attraction between charged particles.

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